Please note this comparison is based on 6 months usage of BJ hydraulics pedals (BJ) vs 2 sessions (about 40 laps) usage of Asetek Invicta (Invicta).
Pricing
- The BJ was about AU$ 1,7xx while the Invicta was AU$ 1,1xx. Both units are 3 pedals hydraulic set. The Invicta is the winner in terms of value for money.
Packaging
- The Invicta is professionally packaged while the BJ had very poor packaging in comparison. The Invicta is the winner in terms of presentation.
Aesthetics
- This is a toss up. It depends whether you prefer the industrial and built like a tank look of BJ or the more polished look of Invicta. The Invicta has a customizable RGB LED as well, for the RGB lovers out there. It is a tie on this category.
Build Quality
- The BJ looks and is built like a tank. It is significantly heavier compared to the Invicta set. The Invicta pedals are tough no doubt - rated at 1 million activations but there are parts of the build that are flimsy - mostly at the bottom. Because of this, I reckon BJ is the winner on this category.
Software and Calibration
- BJ uses Leo Bodnar electronics hence uses the generic calibration tool DIView. Invicta has a proprietary software called RaceHub. Both are self explanatory and very easy to use. There are some nifty trics from RaceHube where the LEDs can be customized and pedal animations when the physical pedals are depressed but these are eye candies only. It is a tie on this category.
Mounting flexibility
- The BJ pedals are independent of each other and can be mounted and spread apart to suit the driver. I also did not have to drill additional holes onto the pedal plate to mount it. The Invicta however is a single unit, and the pedals are on fixed distance from each other. I had to drill additional holes onto my pedal plates to have it mounted. The BJ pedals is the winner in this category.
Maximum Brake Force
- BJ hydro is rated 1000psi or about 70kg of maximum brake force while the Invicta is rated 100 bar or about 100kg of maximum brake force. I don't ever reach the maximum allowable brake force of 70kg so this comparison does not matter much to me but for comparison's sake, the Invicta is the winner on this category.
Adjustability
- Both pedals allow the usual adjustments however the Invicta does so in a tool-les fashion. The Invicta has an advantage on this category.
Reliability
- I've had issues with the BJ pedals before but all those were resolved (the details can be found in my review here • B.J. Sim Racing 1000ps... . It has been very reliable since; having won me a few league races. I haven't used the Invicta much yet, time will tell if it's as reliable as the BJ hydro unit. In the spirit of transparency, I've experienced random disconnections for the Invicta, it turned out that it was caused by a faulty batch of USB C to USB A cables supplied. I've switched to USB C to USB C cable and have not had the disconnections since.
Sustainability and Safety
- The BJ hydro uses vehicle brake fluid which is corrosive and poisonous while the Invicta uses mineral oil. The Invicta is the obvious winner on this category.
Learning Curve
- The first time I used the Invicta, it felt natural depressing both the throttle and brake pedals. The BJ hydro is not far off, it just did not have the smooth feel compared to the Invicta. This category is subjective but for me the Invicta wins on this category.
Support
- I had very good support from the local distributor of the BJ hydro pedals. There is no direct support nor a strong community to assist when there are issues though. For the Invicta, their support is responsive, and they also have an active and supportive Asetek Invicta owners' group in Facebook. The Invicta has an edge on this category.
Based on the comparisons above, the Asetek Invicta hydraulic pedals is the clear winner. I highly recommend it if you are in the market for hydraulic pedals. I am confident to say this is one of the best if not the best pedals in the market as at writing.
While there is nothing wrong with the BJ hydro unit, the arrival of the Invicta means it will join the G29, and the Fanatec CSL Elite LC in the display cabinet.
Thanks for reading and hope it helps. Cheers all.
- Joey
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